General Ledger Accountant

Job Title: General Ledger Accountant

Location: Torrance

Job Type: Onsite 8am - 5pm

Position Overview:

We are seeking an organized and detail-oriented Accounting Associate to manage general ledger functions and provide financial reporting support for our organization. This position acts as a key point of contact between the finance team and various field units, ensuring accurate daily transactions, proper financial record-keeping, and compliance with organizational policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare monthly journal entries for assigned accounts and intercompany general journals.
• Review incoming cash receipts and accounts payable batches, ensuring correct general ledger coding, and timely processing while adhering to organizational policies.
• Oversee month-end and year-end closing processes, generating accurate financial statements and reports in line with deadlines.
• Collaborate with field staff to ensure proper revenue recognition, including accurate accruals, billing, and reporting for grants.
• Prepare and distribute monthly financial statements; provide analysis of financial results and address any budget variances with field units.
• Perform monthly reconciliations of balance sheet accounts.
• Act as a liaison between the finance department and field units for inquiries related to accounts payable, cash receipts, and financial reporting.
• Track and monitor capital and deferred maintenance projects.
• Provide training to field personnel on financial procedures and ensure compliance with organizational accounting policies.
• Oversee the maintenance of custodian accounts.
• Assist with the preparation of schedules for both internal and external audits.
• Support the budgeting process for assigned units.
• Conduct research and special projects as needed.
• Provide backup support for other accounting staff as required.
• Undertake additional tasks as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor s degree in Accounting or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of accounting experience with a strong background in general ledger management.

Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to quickly learn new systems and adapt to changing demands.
• Collaborative team player with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong organizational and analytical abilities to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); experience with accounting software is a plus.
• Capacity to work effectively under pressure while managing competing priorities.

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